Our fourth Accentuate by K3 Hub webinar of the year took place on Friday 22nd May.
The webinar covered three areas – an essential update on R&D tax credits, what’s shaping the current insolvency market and HMRC hot topics.
R&D tax credit essentials
Delivered by Adam Bointon, Technical Director, and Hugh Wragg, R&D Compliance Manager, from R&D tax credit specialists randd uk, this session covered:
- An introduction to R&D tax credits – how it works, who qualifies and how companies apply
- The current landscape and recent changes to the scheme – changes to rates and eligibility, processes and administration and HMRC’s R&D Communications Forum
- Compliance & R&D enquiries – how they are generated, what they look like, and how to approach an enquiry
The insolvency market: what’s keeping directors awake at night
Alex Roberts, Restructuring & Insolvency Director at Quantuma, focused on:
- Formal insolvency statistics – is the CVA making a comeback?
- The current environment and early warning signs directors often rationalise
- What directors need from their advisers right now
- Why timing matters more than ever
HMRC hot topics
Jeremy Johnson, Managing Director at tax investigation specialists inTAX, highlighted recent HMRC trends including:
- What HMRC is focusing on right now – current investigation trends
- Understanding HMRC’s core statutory powers and how they are used
- Practical tips and tactics for navigating an HMRC investigation with confidence
Our speakers
Alex Roberts – Director at Quantuma Advisory Limited
Alex is a Director at Quantuma specialising in UK insolvency and restructuring engagements. He has led high profile assignments over the last five years, including complex FCA regulated matters as well forensic investigations. Alex regularly advises directors, creditors and stakeholders on corporate distress situations, recommending and overseeing restructuring options.
Adam Bointon – Technical Director at randd uk
Adam is a Technical Director at randd uk and experienced R&D tax credits specialist supporting SMEs across the manufacturing and software sectors and working closely with accountants. He helps businesses identify qualifying R&D activities and specialises in bridging the gap between technical innovation and HMRC requirements, ensuring claims are robust and accurate.
Hugh Wragg – R&D Compliance Manager at randd uk
Hugh is the R&D Compliance Manager at randd uk. He leads a specialist team that primarily supports businesses whose claims are scrutinised by HMRC, as well as providing direction on HMRC’s ‘live’ view of compliance requirements and R&D risk.
Jeremy Johnson – Managing Director at inTAX
Jeremy is a Managing Director at inTAX specialising in tax investigations. He provides advice to clients on a range of matters including running fraud enquiries, disclosures of errors, conducting appeals and tribunal work and alternative dispute resolution. He has extensive experience and understanding of the workings of HMRC that gives him a unique insight in to how to approach and work with them.
About Accentuate by K3 Hub
Accentuate by K3 Hub, a regular series of webinars delivered by experts from K3 Advisory Group and selected external guest speakers, is designed to provide professional advisers with the latest industry developments and practical tips on building a profitable practice.
